Art (ART)

Basic introduction in flat pictorial composition for the studio or craft artist. Work produced in this class must be retained for later portfolio presentation in ART 30001.

Prerequisite: None.

Schedule Type: Studio

Contact Hours: 6 other

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

ART 10023 3D COMPOSITION 3 Credit Hours

Course serves as the introductory three-dimensional experience, focusing on fundamental principles, elements and strategies of visual organization. Focus is on creative problem-solving using a variety of approaches and materials, and favors non-equipment intensive assignments. Students develop critical thinking and practical skills relating to three-dimensional form and space. This foundation-level course prepares students for subsequent study within all the visual arts.

Prerequisite: Major in Art Education or Art History or Studio Art and Freshmen or Sophomore standing.

Schedule Type: Studio

Contact Hours: 6 other

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

ART 30001 COMMON REVIEW 1 Credit Hour

Provides an introduction to professional visual arts practices as well as a candid assessment of a student's emerging strengths. This formative review of digital portfolios, physical art work, and student writing by a panel of School of Art faculty members is intended to assist students in deciding on concentration(s) and degree program prior to enrollment in upper-division courses. Before enrolling in this course, students should have completed the prerequisites below, as well as any two of the following: ARTS 14060, ARTS 24001, ARTS 24010, ARTS 24040, ARTS 25300, ARTS 25400, ARTS 25600, ARTS 25700 (another two of these may be taken concurrently in the semester in which registering for this course).

(Repeatable for maximum 6 credit hours) An undergraduate, experience-based learning activity carried out in a visual arts setting. Emphasis is on the goals of connecting ideas, concepts and skills developed in coursework to applications in new or different contexts, demonstrating how this experience has broadened students' understanding of their discipline, and reflection on significance of the experience. Learning contract required.

Prerequisite: A major in the School of Art; Junior or Senior standing and special approval of faculty sponsor.

Development of a reflective and mindful approach to understanding and supporting the arts through articulating and communicating the experiences and meanings people construct from engaging with the arts.

Prerequisite: Major in the College of the Arts and Senior standing.

Schedule Type: Seminar

Contact Hours: 3 lecture

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

ART 40008 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES IN VISUAL ARTS (WIC) 3 Credit Hours

Introduction to the concerns and practices of the professional artist/craftsperson.

Prerequisite: Major in Studio Art and Senior standing.

Schedule Type: Lecture

Contact Hours: 3 lecture

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

ART 40092 FIELD EXPERIENCE TRAVEL STUDY IN ART (ELR) 1-3 Credit Hours

(Repeatable for maximum 6 credit hours) Travel-based field experience in the visual arts at site(s) away from the university. Involves two or more visual arts disciplines and direct observation of works and experience of culture in context. May involve research, creative activity, presentation and-or written reflection as appropriate to site and goals of course.

Prerequisite: None.

Schedule Type: Field Experience

Contact Hours: 1-3 lecture

Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

Attributes: Experiential Learning Requirement

ART 41093 VARIABLE TITLE WORKSHOP IN ART 1-6 Credit Hours

(Repeatable for a total of 18 credit hours) (Cross-listed with ART 51093) Topics varies per course offering.

Prerequisite: Special approval.

Schedule Type: Workshop

Contact Hours: 1-6 other

Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

ART 50092 FIELD EXPERIENCE TRAVEL STUDY IN ART 1-3 Credit Hours

(Repeatable for maximum 6 credit hours) (Cross-listed with ART 40092) Travel-based field experience in the visual arts at site(s) away from the university. Involves two or more visual arts disciplines and direct observation of works and experience of culture in context. May involve research, creative activity, presentation and-or written reflection as appropriate to site and goals of course.

Prerequisite: Major in Art Education, Art History or Studio Art and Graduate standing.